Waves Plugins MultiRack Now Configured for Digico SD-series Consoles

Waves Audio, a leading provider of audio processing solutions, announces that the Waves MultiRack plugin host is now available with an updated configuration for integration with Digico SD-series consoles. Waves MultiRack allows users to mix with Waves and third-party SoundGrid-compatible plugins on Digico SD-series consoles, “with maximum plugin control and reliably fast processing speeds, experiencing the ultimate workflow and sound quality in live sound performance,” according to the company press release.

To mix with Waves plugins on Digico, users may now run the MultiRack plugin host software on a computer connected to the console. Processing is handled by a Waves SoundGrid server, designed for heavy processing capabilities at ultra-low latency. SoundGrid technology runs Waves plugins in real time and with super-low latency on a live mixing console – designed for front-of-house, monitor, broadcast and theater engineers. The plugins can be controlled directly from the console, including touch-and-turn plugin parameter adjustments and the ability to manage sessions and snapshots.

In addition, console mirroring is supported, so that with redundant console setups, any setting and parameter changes will be reflected onto a fully mirrored MultiRack setup.

Use a SoundGrid-certified network switch to connect a console to the computer running MultiRack and to the SoundGrid servers. Users will also require a Waves I/O Card for Digico SD Consoles, available from Digico.

Integrated remote control of Waves MultiRack and SoundGrid-compatible plugins is also now supported on Digico's SD12 Console, using Digico's DMI Waves I/O card.

Mick Olesh, Waves EVP of Sales & Marketing, comments, “With Waves MultiRack and SoundGrid technology, we are happy to be able to offer Digico SD-users the ultimate tools in order to achieve a highly professional and creative live mixing experience.”

James Gordon, Digico Managing Director, comments, “It’s almost ten years since we first started working closely with Waves, and it's important for us to be part of their new vision on future integration. This will allow Digico SD consoles to control an external Waves MultiRack system, while maintaining the high level of integration both companies’ clients have come to rely on.”